Evidence supporting the use of: Vitamin C
For the health condition: Gingivitis
Synopsis
Source of validity: Scientific
Rating (out of 5): 2
Vitamin C (ascorbic acid) is scientifically recognized for its role in oral health, particularly regarding the maintenance of healthy gums and prevention of gingival inflammation. Vitamin C is essential for collagen synthesis, an important structural protein in gum tissue, and its deficiency can lead to weakened connective tissue, increased susceptibility to bleeding, and delayed healing. Historically, severe vitamin C deficiency manifests as scurvy, which is characterized by bleeding gums and periodontal disease. However, while the link between vitamin C deficiency and gingival problems is clear, the evidence supporting vitamin C supplementation as an effective treatment for gingivitis in individuals with adequate dietary intake is more modest.
Several studies have indicated that low vitamin C levels are associated with increased risk and severity of gingivitis and periodontal disease. A few small clinical trials and observational studies suggest that supplementation in deficient individuals may improve gum health and reduce bleeding. However, for people who already consume sufficient vitamin C, additional supplementation has not consistently shown significant therapeutic benefit in treating established gingivitis. The mainstream dental approach focuses on plaque control and professional cleaning, with nutritional support, including adequate vitamin C, as an adjunct rather than a primary therapy.
In summary, vitamin C’s use for gingivitis is scientifically grounded, but the strength of evidence for treating gingivitis specifically—outside of deficiency states—is moderate at best, meriting a rating of 2 out of 5 for therapeutic efficacy.
Other ingredients used for Gingivitis
AjoeneAloe vera
anthocyanins
basil
Myrobalan
betel
Bifidobacterium bifidum
Bifidobacterium longum
bio ecolian (proprietary)
bisabolol
black garlic
black pepper
black walnut
blackberry
Indian frankincense
bromelain
cat's claw
catechins
chamomile
cinnamon
citrus bioflavonoids
citrus sinensis (proprietary)
coating
coconut milk
Coptis chinensis
turmeric
epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG)
flavonols
ginger
goldenseal
gooseberry
gotu kola
grape
Greek mountain tea
onion
green tea
Lactobacillus casei
Lactobacillus gasseri
Lactobacillus lactis
lactiplantibacillus plantarum
Lactobacillus reuteri
Lactobacillus salivarius
Lactoferrin
Lactoperoxidase
lauric acid
lemon
licorice root
Microbial enzymes (proprietary)
Monolaurin
Moringa
mustard seed
orange
oregano
oregon grape
parsley
Peppermint
phellodendron amurense
quercetin
raspberry
rutin
sage
schizonepeta
slippery elm bark
specialized pro-resolving mediators (SPMs)
streptococcus thermophilus
Triphala
vitamin C
vitamin E
Xylitol
Zinc
bentonite
typhonium
Indian bael
ferula assafoetida
commiphora
blackboard tree
Caesalpinia crista
bee pollen
peony
Myrrh
sweet flag
Morinda
Trichosanthes
zanthoxylum
polyphenols
trace minerals
fulvic acid
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aster root
paw paw
White oak
melaleuca alternifolia
enzymes blend (proprietary)
cayenne pepper
geranium
avens
apple cider vinegar
alpha-terpineol
Ardisia
Acacia
Allicin
anamu
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American Liverleaf
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anthocyanidins
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ananain
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Arani
bee propolis
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babchi
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balsam
Boswellic Acid
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bee hive
banyan
bioflavonoids
black nightshade
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borassus palm
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benzyl isothiocyanate
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coconut oil
carvacrol
cajuput
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copaiba oil
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empresstree
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geraniol
genipap
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iridoids
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isoquinoline alkaloids
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proanthocyanidins
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Nature's Sunshine Super Supplemental
Nature's Sunshine Super Supplemental (Without Iron)
Nature's Sunshine Super Trio
Nature's Sunshine Vari-Gone
Nature's Sunshine Vitamin C (1000 mg, Time Release)
Nature's Sunshine Vitamin C (1000 mg, Time Release)
Nature's Sunshine Vitamin C Ascorbates
Nature's Sunshine Chewable Vitamin C
Nature's Sunshine Citrus Bioflavonoids (Vitamin C)
Nature's Sunshine Zinc Lozenge
